May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Wellness Universe supports Mental Health Awareness Month. Join our event 5 Tools for Better Mental Health 2024 to discover tools that will help you achieve your best mental health. Did you know that 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year #NAMI
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month The Wellness Universe is shining a spotlight on those who are dealing with mental health challenges and their caregivers. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) declared this year’s theme is to emphasizes the importance of taking moments to prioritize mental well-being. In view of the theme’s emphasis, this post will focus on caregivers.
Mental health issues don’t only impact the individual experiencing them, their family, friends, teachers, neighbors, coworkers, and the broader community are also impacted.
Supporting Someone with a Mental Health Challenge
As the care provider of someone facing a mental health challenge your role is invaluable. A caregiver is anyone who offers emotional, financial, or practical support.
You might find yourself in a situation where access to proper care makes it difficult to get help or your loved one may resist getting help. You might also experience challenges when called on to provide encouragement and support in a mental health crisis or after hospitalization.
Navigating these situations and deciding on the best course of action may be difficult but figuring out the best way to help is important.
No matter your level of involvement, understanding what your loved one is going through can really help make a positive impact. The support you provide is crucial to your loved one’s recovery and resilience.
Caregiver Self-Care
When someone you care about is dealing with a mental health challenge, it becomes extremely important to prioritize your wellbeing. A common example is that of the flight attendant who says, “you have to put on your own oxygen mask before you can help someone else with theirs.”
Remember, the emotional rollercoaster that comes with a family member’s health crisis affects you too. Self-care strengthens your resilience and makes you a stronger source of support for your loved one.
Looking after your wellbeing first will better equip you to handle the ups and downs that come with caring for someone with a mental health challenge. Your newfound resilience will help you adapt to change and bounce back from difficult times.
Caring for yourself not only enhances your resilience, but also enables you to better manage challenging moments and fully appreciate the positive ones.
Understanding How Stress Impacts You
Stress shows up physically, not only mentally. Common signs of stress may include:
- Headaches
- Persistent fatigue
- Gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, constipation, or feeling nauseous
- Muscle pain or tension
- Insomnia
Identify how stress affects you and pinpoint the triggers. Recognizing your key stressors can help you avoid and better manage them when they arise.
Join “5 Tools For Better Mental Health 2024”
Mental Health Awareness Month’s goal is to dismantle the stigma around mental health challenges. The Wellness Universe is stepping up to enhance your mental health journey with our impactful virtual event, “5 Tools For Better Mental Health,” happening live on Saturday, May 4, at 12 PM Eastern / 9 AM Pacific.
During this free event, wellness experts will share invaluable insights and tools designed to support and improve your mental wellbeing. Our team of experts will present a series of talks focused on practical self-care tools that you can incorporate into your daily routine to support your mental wellbeing.
Meet Our Wellness Experts
David McLeod, moderator, Your Life Mastery Coach, and Senior Partner at The Wellness Universe will guide the event.
Rosemary Levesque, Licensed Spiritual Healer, will reveal how to identify and detoxify personal toxins that may be hindering your mental health.
Bonnie Sheldon, an EFT Master Trainer, will demonstrate the effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques in managing stress and emotional relief.
Cheryl Moses, an Intuitive Marketing Strategist, will discuss overcoming the emotional aftermath of entrepreneurial failures.
Danielle Marggraf, a leader in feminine wealth and somatic healing, will teach how to use your nervous system to achieve emotional and financial well-being.
Deborah Roth, an Interfaith Minister, will introduce the transformative practice of Kirtan Kriya meditation, which engages mind, body, and spirit.
Register Today 👉
This is a free event but we encourage donations.
Join us in making a difference—not just in your life but in the broader community. Register today at and take a moment for your mental health. #TakeAMentalHealthMoment #MentalHealthMonth
By prioritizing mental health care without guilt or shame, we can collectively reduce the stigma surrounding mental health challenges.
Resource
NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Wellness Universe supports Mental Health Awareness Month. Join our event 5 Tools for Better Mental Health 2024 to discover tools that will help you achieve your best mental health. Did you know that 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year #NAMI
Join us in making a difference—not just in your life but in the broader community. Register today at and take a moment for your mental health. #TakeAMentalHealthMoment #MentalHealthMonth
By prioritizing mental health care without guilt or shame, we can collectively reduce the stigma surrounding mental health challenges.
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